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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1908
Page
2
Letters from readers praise Peruna and Manalin for stomach trouble catarrh and nervousness. Mrs Bodenhamer says a Peruna course left her feeling well after doctor treatments failed. Other letters claim life saving improvement weight gain and relief from coughs and colds.
A resident requests the Republican voters of Fountain County consider their nomination for Sheriff, subject to the party’s county ballot decision.
Editor Republican announces candidates James Ellis for Third District Commissioner and James C. Claypool for First District Commissioner. Both say nomination depends on the outcome of the Republican primary convention in Allisboro Indiana.
Republicans of Fountain County appear in splendid shape as the curtain falls on November 2. Watch it as the outcome nears.
Republicans may win in Troy township if they nominate a strong trustee candidate. A factional or weak candidate cannot overcome the great odds against them.
The article notes New York Democratic stance against Bryan and highlights the impact of William Randolph Hearst on New York democracy. It asserts no Democratic nominee can win without Illinois Indiana or New York, and that either state could swing Republican.
The article warns temperance workers and prohibitionists may visit homes urging residents to sign pledges affecting how they vote. It advises readers not to sign any card or agreement and to vote freely in the booth, stressing that a vote remains the voter's own.
The Attica Ledger defeats thirteen Attica saloons as it campaigns against immorality. It notes some townsmen back nefarious business for profit while condemning cowards who hide their stance. The Oxford Tribune quotes the paper vowing to stand firm.
A farmer's wife praises Peruna as essential in the home, citing experience and motherhood of farm life. Testimonies claim Peruna prevents and cures illness, noting kidney relief and catarrh treatment from Mrs Hettie Green of Iuka NL and others who credit Dr. Hartman's remedy for improved health and vigor.
The Pennsylvania Republican state convention will meet in Harrisburg on April 29 to adopt a resolution pledging state support for Knox and instructing at large delegates to vote for him. Gov. Stuart, James Elverson and Col. Charles A. Rook are named as three of the four state Big Four supporting Knox. Six weeks remain until the national convention in Chicago where the Republican nominee will be chosen.
The passage contrasts Thomas R. Marshall with Jim Watson, noting Marshall’s lack of public deeds and popularity beyond being used, while predicting Watson’s strong-friend network and decisive impact as the campaign heats up, suggesting Marshall will struggle to win the lead.
John L. Moorman, Republican district chairman and Stark County Republican editor, is a candidate to succeed the late Congressman Brick. He is highly regarded by Republicans in the district. Miller of Goshen is also mentioned as a strong gubernatorial prospect.
Anna Linder of Das & Meeker Co. Minnesota credits Peruna with curing two years of chronic catarrh for her and her two children. She praises the medicine, notes free advice, and expresses gratitude in a June 12, 1906 letter.
The joint congressional contest in Williamsport ended with Elmer Switzer winning Benton county by 18 votes against Warren County and John Gregory. Gregory, believing he had a lock, was surprised by a fractional result and vented his anger.
The extract from Governor Hanly’s speech analyzes Democratic and Republican temperance planks from recent state conventions. It argues the Democratic plank is a subterfuge that would undermine the Moore law, making it ineffective, and warns voters against deception similar to the 16 to 1 issue of 1906.
A brief item notes wallpaper priced at 3 cents per roll available at Van Dorn's Drug Store. The notice records a local sale or stock offering for household decor materials.
The Oxford Tribune notes the editors urge unanimous support for Joseph Cannon, praising his stance to block tariff repeal on wood pulp used for paper. It cites rising paper prices and accuses Cadle Joe and defenders of keeping tariffs to aid trusts.
Editorial notes how Attica papers show silence on the Philander Clawson case and lauds the Ledger for a strong stand. The piece argues duty and conscience dull with passive press, warning that neglect by papers can dull civic sensibilities and enable harm.
The article argues that state races will hinge on county contests for State Senators and Representatives. It warns that powerful "Interests" may swing outcomes if voters are not alert, aiming to elect pliable or controllable officials. It suggests issues will be sharply drawn and the path to success lies in voter vigilance.
The passage asserts a call for nominating the party's best and strongest men who are known and counted upon in pivotal questions. It concludes that the people will ensure the election of such candidates.
The piece argues Democrats in Fountain county and Indiana lean toward failure, praising the Republican state convention and strong ticket. It warns against Democratic organs, urges Republicans to focus on issues, and predicts a decisive victory with clean candidates and no deceitful campaigning.
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